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Logitech launches Spotlight 2 presenter with haptics
Hybrid & Remote Work

Logitech launches Spotlight 2 presenter with haptics

Presenters face a pricier remote aimed at easing nerves and improving audience engagement, with haptics and digital highlighting built in.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
UTS makes VR violence training compulsory for nurses
TechEd

UTS makes VR violence training compulsory for nurses

More than 600 incoming students will learn to spot aggression early, as Australia's first such mandate aims to cut assaults on nurses.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Hands-on review: Turtle Beach Command Series KB5 mechanical keyboard
Steam

Hands-on review: Turtle Beach Command Series KB5 mechanical keyboard

A built-in touchscreen and macro keys make this full-sized wired board more useful for gaming and shortcuts, despite its unconventional styling.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Last week
Logitech launches first foldable mouse for mobile workers
Hybrid & Remote Work

Logitech launches first foldable mouse for mobile workers

Travelling professionals can now avoid laptop trackpads, as a pocket-sized foldable mouse cuts strain and works across multiple devices.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Sandisk unveils FIFA World Cup 2026 USB-C flash drive
Sandisk

Sandisk unveils FIFA World Cup 2026 USB-C flash drive

Australian fans and creators will pay AUD $69 and up for a licensed flash drive aimed at storing the flood of World Cup content.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
As work becomes a mindset, Logitech bets on portability
Hybrid & Remote Work

As work becomes a mindset, Logitech bets on portability

Portable gear is becoming a must for hybrid workers as Logitech targets comfort, connectivity and sustainability with its latest devices.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Last week
Samsung unveils Sky Portal film above Sydney Harbour
Samsung

Samsung unveils Sky Portal film above Sydney Harbour

Aerial screen stunt drew crowds to Sydney Harbour as Samsung used local footage to promote the Galaxy S26 series and its camera tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
Game review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)

Switch 2 players can finally play the acclaimed JRPG, though the port runs at 30fps and with noticeably softer visuals than on PS5.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • This month
Hands-on review: Gamesir Aimlabs G7 Pro 8K PC wireless esports controller
Gaming

Hands-on review: Gamesir Aimlabs G7 Pro 8K PC wireless esports controller

Serious PC gamers get low-latency wireless play and 8,000Hz polling, plus custom thumbsticks and a charging dock in this Xbox-style pad.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • This month
OKX Australia launches Pay wallet with stablecoin rewards
Crypto

OKX Australia launches Pay wallet with stablecoin rewards

Australian OKX users can now move stablecoins instantly and earn up to 10% on USDG balances, as the group pushes into payments.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Bluetti launches end of financial year power sales
Clean technologies

Bluetti launches end of financial year power sales

Households chasing backup power can get discounts of up to USD $800 on Bluetti units, with sales running through 30 June.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Hisense launches World Cup fan experience in New York
Television

Hisense launches World Cup fan experience in New York

The week-long activation aims to boost Hisense's premium TV push by giving football fans hands-on access to its RGB MiniLED technology in New York.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month
BYD adds eCall safety tech to Sealion 8 in Australia
Customer Experience

BYD adds eCall safety tech to Sealion 8 in Australia

The partnership will help BYD meet tougher crash-response safety rules as Australian buyers increasingly expect connected emergency support.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
Australians delay device upgrades for EOFY tech deals
Digital Transformation

Australians delay device upgrades for EOFY tech deals

Cost pressures are pushing more Australians to hold onto broken devices until end-of-financial-year discounts arrive, Optus research shows.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
Gen Z Australians shift product searches to social
Digital Transformation

Gen Z Australians shift product searches to social

Social feeds and AI now drive discovery for most young Australians, leaving Google first choice for just 26% of Gen Z shoppers.

By Regine Laguilles • 4 min read • This month
ASUS launches ExpertBook Ultra business laptop in Australia
Data Protection

ASUS launches ExpertBook Ultra business laptop in Australia

Business buyers in Australia can now get a 0.99kg 14-inch Copilot+ PC from AUD $3,399, with local AI tools and 26-hour battery life.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
ExpressVPN lands official support deal for 2026 World Cup
Data Protection

ExpressVPN lands official support deal for 2026 World Cup

Fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup face heightened cyber risks on public Wi-Fi, as ExpressVPN gains exclusive supporter rights across three regions.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
Hands-on review: Asus ExpertBook Ultra
Hybrid & Remote Work

Hands-on review: Asus ExpertBook Ultra

Business users get a premium 1kg laptop with all-day battery life, stronger-than-expected graphics and robust security for modern workloads.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • This month
Ecovacs cuts robot vacuum prices by up to 50% in Australia
Robotics

Ecovacs cuts robot vacuum prices by up to 50% in Australia

Australian shoppers can save up to 50% as end-of-financial-year deals broaden access to premium robot cleaners and lawn mowers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month